Frank Benkwitz

Frank Benkwitz is an experienced professional who has worked in various roles within the laboratory and research and development field. Currently, Frank is the Head of Laboratories, Research and Development at Constellation Brands New Zealand where Frank leads technical operations across 3 winery laboratories. Prior to this role, Frank worked as a Laboratory Manager managing staff and overseeing operations. Frank also has experience as a Scientist at LanzaTech, conducting research in gas fermentation, and as a Research Technician at Pernod Ricard New Zealand. Frank holds a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from The University of Auckland and a Diplom Oekotrophologe (FH) in Food Science from Hochschule Anhalt.